Trent Rockets defeated Manchester Super Giants by six wickets in a match contested at Old Trafford in The Hundred men’s competition. The Super Giants posted 137-3 across their 100 balls, with Jos Buttler remaining unbeaten on 55 from 37 deliveries. Leus du Plooy contributed 40 not out from 28 balls as the two batters combined for an 81-run partnership from 57 deliveries. Craig Overton was the most successful bowler for Rockets, taking three wickets while conceding 23 runs.
Rockets achieved their target of 138 in 87 balls, losing four wickets in the process. Finn Allen led the chase with an unbeaten 72 constructed from 35 balls, striking 11 fours and two sixes. His back-to-back six and four off Josh Tongue after the 75-ball mark proved pivotal in accelerating the run chase. Sam Billings contributed 26 while Mitchell Santner added an unbeaten 24 including the match-winning four. Ben Duckett was dismissed early after two balls when he was bowled by Gus Atkinson attempting a ramp shot, while Tom Banton made 10 and Tim David managed 4.
The victory allowed Rockets to move clear at the summit of the standings, leapfrogging Super Giants by four points. Prior to the match, five teams had been level on eight points separated only by net run-rate. Super Giants slipped to second place following the defeat. The schedule continues with a double-header on Saturday featuring Birmingham Phoenix against Welsh Fire and London Spirit playing Southern Brave, with fixtures at both Edgbaston and Lord’s.
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